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schneidergarret
03/05/2011, 12:00 PM
is this a complete ato or is a good one does anyone have one how do you like it ect? thanks

http://www.reefspecialty.com/virtuemart/5-dosing-pumps--top-offs/424-spectarpure-litermeter-iii-top-off-control-module.html

RcToners
03/05/2011, 02:45 PM
I do not have experience with this particular ATO. I've always personally recommended the JBJ ATO. Its pricier than the one you linked but I love it.

rysher
03/05/2011, 03:22 PM
i prefer something with a back up sensor.

~JSG~
03/05/2011, 03:25 PM
i prefer something with a back up sensor.

For example?

schneidergarret
03/05/2011, 03:47 PM
thanks for the information and i guess i might as well get the better of the 2

Curve
03/05/2011, 03:55 PM
I second the jbj as I have it on all my tanks

coolfish5
03/05/2011, 04:02 PM
what you have linked is the top off control for the liter meter system, so it is not a complete unit. They make good pumps but that is only the float switch portion.

schneidergarret
03/05/2011, 04:20 PM
alright thanks again i am probably going to go with the jbj auto top off then might as well be safe than sorry thanks for all the help guys and gals

Mr.Maska
03/05/2011, 05:16 PM
i use the jbj as well the 2 sensors is good security.

aleonn
03/05/2011, 07:05 PM
The Tunze Osmolator is pretty expensive, but it's probably one of the best out there as an ATO unit. It has two different type of sensors: an optical eye, and a float switch to provide additional fail-safes. Whichever ATO you get, I'd recommend putting it on a timer as an additional fail-safe.

yikesjason
03/05/2011, 07:23 PM
I recently started researching and it looks like the Tunze if it is in your budget, and JBJ is a good second.

An area of ATO I have not looked at much is DIY. Does anyone know if you can get components and build an ATO that is of good quality?

rysher
03/05/2011, 09:01 PM
for example?

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i use the jbj as well the 2 sensors is good security.

the tunze osmolator is pretty expensive, but it's probably one of the best out there as an ato unit. It has two different type of sensors: An optical eye, and a float switch to provide additional fail-safes. Whichever ato you get, i'd recommend putting it on a timer as an additional fail-safe.

wbdevers
03/05/2011, 11:05 PM
I'm using the system by Aquahub. It is inexpensive, reliable and works great. Just FYI.

www.aquahub.com

HTH

rodster912000
03/06/2011, 02:04 AM
check out atuotopoff.com they warranty for two years. there doubble sensory is $60 to your door!!